Perotine by Dreena Collins: Book Launch

Local author Dreena Collins will launch her new novel, Perotine, revisiting one of the most haunting episodes in Guernsey’s history.

Abandoned, faithful, and on trial for heresy.

In 1556, three ordinary women found themselves at the centre of a trial that spiralled into accusations of heresy; Perotine Massey, Guillemine Gilbert, and Catherine Cauchés were later dubbed ‘The Guernsey Martyrs’. Perotine is a new novel inspired by this dramatic true tale.

Deeply entrenched in the landscape of the island at the time, the novel draws on themes of nature, foraging, and isolation, exploring the additional challenges that the natural world posed during a period of religious upheaval and hostility.

Join Dreena Collins as she discusses the women’s lives and trial, the challenges of retelling this story, and how the landscape of Guernsey helped to shape her narrative.

Come along to hear more about these emotive events and enjoy select readings from the novel, while enjoying the artworks on display.

The development of this novel were supported by an ArtHouse Jersey Development Grant.

Booking via Eventbrite is required, tickets are £8.

Refunds are not available for this event.

If you have any questions about the event or accessibility requirements, please get in touch, info@arts.je

For more information on the exhibition, click the link below:

The Channel Island Contemporary Art Show 2026

Exhibition open:

Friday 20 March to Sunday 3 May 2026

Gallery opening times:

Tues - Sun 12pm - 6pm (Closed Mondays)